Senior group enjoys eating lunch, sharing fond memories

Corley Holt and Lucille Thompson | Senior Moments

Published Tuesday, February 9, 2010

The Alexander City Parks and Recreation 50+ Lunch Bunch met at Sho Nuff BBQ on Tuesday, Feb. 2. In attendance for the gathering was: Annette Rice, Dannie Dean Jones, Jean Myer, Sandra Davis, Lucille Thompson, Emma Wilson, Sandra Thompson, Helen Crowe, Dorthy Archer, Pat Hamlett and Senior Activity Supervisor, Corley Holt.

The lunch bunch program is a new activity that has been added to this month’s ACPR 50+ calendar. It is a gathering of anyone interested in getting together for lunch on their own at one of our local restaurants on Tuesdays. The selected restaurants for this month are listed on the February calendar.

We all met at the restaurant at 11:30 a.m. Before the ladies ordered lunch, Corley Holt asked each one to write down a fond memory from their past on a blank piece of paper without sharing the information with the group. After everyone had received their meal, the written memories were read out loud to the group for everyone to guess who the memories belong to.

Shared memories from the past from each participant were enriching. We wanted to share a few of the memories with our readers. Perhaps you can guess who did what from the past if you know any of the ladies listed above.

This person accidentally went into the gentlemen’s rest room one time during working hours at an office. Oops!

This person fell off of a watermelon and cut her hip. Unusual!

This person tried to avoid a fellow for two years, but he was a determined gentleman. When he finally got a date, this person opted to spend the night with a girlfriend instead. In the end, the guy finally got the girl and they spent the next 50 years together in love. How sweet!

If this activity appeals to you then please, call the Activity Center for more information at 329-2910.

The Monthly Night Owl’s gathered on the first Monday night at the activity center. The group consisted of Rook and Mexican Train Dominoes players. This is a night set-up for any type of games. So, if you have a group of friends that are 50+ that love to gather and play board or card games this is the program for you.

Night Owls are usually scheduled for the first Monday nights of the month unless there is a holiday conflict. Then it is scheduled for another Monday night. Time for the program starts at 5 p.m. Snacks and drinks are sometimes brought in by players to share, but not necessary.

Our new additional group exercise class on Fridays started on Feb. 5 at the activity center at 10 a.m. The group worked with exercise tubes for strength training moves along with cardiovascular exercises.

Not only can you exercise on Monday’s and Wednesday at the downtown city gymnastics building at 10 a.m., but you can also incorporate the new Friday class at the activity center. This gives you the option of exercising three times a week in a group setting.

The Annual Valentine Dance is set for this Friday, Feb. 12 at the Sportplex Gymnasium. Time for the event begins at 6 p.m. and will last till 9 p.m. Our entertainment for the dance is Rex Cosby who is a fantastic Elvis impersonator. He also sings a great mixture of country classic tunes. Admission is $5 per person at the door. Light finger foods and drinks will be provided. We hope to see you out on the dance floor!

The first ever Parks and Recreation 50+ Partner Rook Tournament is scheduled for Thursday, March 4, at the activity center. The tournament begins at 5:30 p.m. to make it more convenient for those that are still working. The tournament is also open to anyone of any age in our community and surrounding areas.

Team registration deadline is March 3 and entry forms can be picked up at the activity center or Sportplex main office.

Cost for a team to participate is $20 with proceeds benefitting Relay for Life. Prizes are awarded to the top winners.

Our thought for the day comes from the Senior Living news by Jim Concotelli, Ph.D. Aging well involves making lifestyle choices and adapting personal behaviors that promote healthful living and well being. Aging well is a dynamic, interactive and whole-person wellness process that involves staying engaged with your body, mind and spirit.

The ACPR 50+ members send out get well wishes to Evelyn Walls and Leola Duck.

Until next time, keep a smile on your face and love in your heart.

Corley Holt and Lucille Thompson are columnists for The Alexander City Outlook.

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